Spirit Airlines Shuts Down: Flights, Refunds, & Price Hikes

0:00It's May 2nd. This is Music News Today, AI-powered stories from the music world. I'm Cory with the story. Spear airlines just shut down operations effective immediately on May 2nd. All flights are cancelled and customer service is offline, so don't head to the airport if you had plans. Travelers with bookings need to know refunds are coming automatically if you pay directly with a credit or debit card. Third-party bookings mean hitting up those sites or agents yourself, while points or vouchers go through the bankruptcy process with no clear timeline. Yet, the carrier has been battling rising costs, tough competition, and folks wanting more comfort after the pandemic, which killed a key 500. Million dollar bail out deal. This hits hard on budget routes to spots like Florida, Las Vegas, and the Caribbean, where a spirit kept fairs low expect prices to climb without them. Keep an eye on refund updates and book alternatives quick, as the skies get pricier from here.